By Jason De Asis

DRUG BUST. Law enforcers check on the evidence gathered following a drug buy-bust operation in San Marcelino, Zambales on Thursday (June 12, 2025). A high-value target was arrested and PHP5 million worth of suspected shabu were seized during the operation. (Photo courtesy of Police Regional Office 3)

CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga – Police in Zambales on Thursday seized PHP5 million worth of suspected shabu and arrested a high-value individual during a buy-bust operation, the Police Regional Office 3 (PRO-3) said.

The operation was conducted at Barangay Linasin in San Marcelino town by the Zambales Police Provincial Drug Enforcement Unit in coordination with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and the San Marcelino Municipal Police Station.

Seized from the suspect was approximately 755 grams of suspected shabu with an estimated value of PHP5,134,000.

“This significant drug bust is a crucial step in curbing the spread of addiction and crime in our region. We will not allow illegal drugs to destroy the future of our people,” PRO-3 chief Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo said.

The suspect is currently in the custody of the San Marcelino police and is to be charged with violation of Republic Act 9165 or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002. (PNA)